Suspect sought in Townville Armed Robbery Case

Investigators with the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office seek the public’s help locating an armed robbery suspect. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Bountyland Quick Stop in Townville on June 5 around 5pm. The suspect allegedly pointed a small handgun at the victim, grabbed her purse and cell phone and fled the scene in a small burgundy passenger car. Based on information from the victim, a composite sketch of the suspect has been created by the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office and posted on their facebook page. Investigators believe the suspect is a black male in his late 20’s, approximately 5’5”, 190-pounds, with short black hair. Anyone with information regarding this suspect should call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.